Hybrid Implementation for Untrusted-node-based Quantum Key Distribution Network

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2503.05095v1
• Date: Fri, 07 Mar 2025 02:27:41 GMT
• Title: Hybrid Implementation for Untrusted-node-based Quantum Key Distribution Network
• Authors: Jingyang Liu, Xingyu Zhou, Huajian Ding, Jiaxin Xu, Chunhui Zhang, Jian Li, Qin Wang,
• Abstract summary: Quantum key distribution (QKD) serves as a cornerstone of secure quantum communication.<n>We present a hybrid system that seamlessly integrates TF-QKD and MDI-QKD into one untrusted-node-based architecture.<n> Experiments demonstrate secure finite-size key rates for sending-or-not-sending QKD and MDI-QKD over fiber distances of 150 to 431 km.
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• Abstract: Quantum key distribution (QKD) serves as a cornerstone of secure quantum communication, providing unconditional security grounded in quantum mechanics. While trusted-node networks have facilitated early QKD deployment, their vulnerability to node compromise underscores the need for untrusted-node architectures. Measurement-device-independent QKD (MDI-QKD) and twin-field QKD (TF-QKD) have emerged as leading candidates, addressing security vulnerabilities and extending transmission distances. Despite the wide adoptions in various fiber scaling, no integrated implementation of these two protocols has been demonstrated to date. Here, we present a hybrid system that seamlessly integrates TF-QKD and MDI-QKD into one untrusted-node-based architecture. Utilizing an efficient phase estimation method based on asymmetric interferometers, we convert twin-field global phase tracking to relative phase calibration, allowing near continuous running of both protocols. Experiments demonstrate secure finite-size key rates for sending-or-not-sending QKD and MDI-QKD over fiber distances of 150 to 431 km. The results align with theoretical simulations and show the ability to surpass the absolute repeaterless key capacity. Our work offers an unified framework for deploying multi-protocol QKD networks, laying the foundation for adaptable and scalable quantum infrastructures that can meet a wide range of security and performance needs.

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